KinderKidz Learning Center Manassas

Where playground equipment is provided, at least six inches of resilient surfacing shall be under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a fall zone.

“On the big playground there was approximately three inches of mulch at the base of the three slides and the fall zones of the composite play structure and less than one inch of mulch in the fall zones of the dome jungle gym.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

The center is required to have employees undergo a criminal record check every five years.

“Evidence: The most recent determination letter based on fingerprinting for Staff #2 was two months overdue and Staff #4 was nine days overdue.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-A.

A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening.

“Evidence: The tuberculosis screening for Staff #1 was five weeks overdue, and Staff #3 was three months overdue before subsequent tuberculosis screening was obtained.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C.

Furnishings, equipment, and materials shall be of an appropriate size for the child using it.

“Evidence: In the infant room, a 13-month-old child was observed in an infant swing. The manufacturer warning on the infant swing stated the swing is not to be used for children that can sit up on their own or are 16 pounds. The child was able to sit up on their own.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-430-A.

Areas and equipment of the center inside and outside shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.

“Evidence: 1. In the Pre-K class, ages four to five-years-old, the molding in the bathroom was pulled away from the wall. 2. In the Preschool class, ages two to three-years-old, chipped paint was observed on the baseboard of the stall in the bathroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

The center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each enrolled child which shall contain documentation of an annual parental review confirming the child’s record contains up-to-date information.

“Evidence: Child #1?s annual parental review is overdue by three years, Child #2?s annual parental review is overdue by two years, and Child #3?s annual parental review is overdue by two years.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

Staff records shall be kept for each staff member and include documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position.

“Evidence: The record for Staff #3 with a job title of Lead Teacher did not contain documentation of education.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.

“Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, ages 6 weeks to 16-months-old, four children were present, the written record reflected there were three. 2. In the preschool class, ages two to three-years-old, nine children were present, the written record reflected there were eight.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-A.

Children three years of age or younger may not be offered foods that are considered to be potential choking hazards.

“In the two-year classroom, children were served hot dogs cut in half across the width of hot dog. In the three-year class, children were served whole hot dogs. Hot dogs need to be cut in half across the length of the hot dog to prevent potential choking hazards in young children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-F-4.

Repeat Violation

“Based on review five staff records; the center did not obtain documentation of the results of a central registry search within 30 days of employment for all staff members. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 with an employment date of 10/12/22, the results of the Central registry search background check was dated 11/30/22. 2. The record for Staff #4 with an employment date of 09/12/22, the results of the Central registry search background check was dated 10/24/22.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-C-2.

Based on record review and staff interviews, the center did not ensure that all program leaders had documentation of high school program completion or equivalent on file.

“Evidence: The record for Staff # 1 did not contain documentation of education required for the job position.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-210-A.

Repeat Violation

“Based on observation and measurement it was determined that there was insufficient resilient surfacing underneath and surrounding the play equipment. Evidence: On the big playground there was approximately three inches of mulch at the base of the three slides and the fall zones of the composite play structure and less than two inches of mulch in the fall zones of the dome jungle gym.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

Based on observation, documentation review and interview, the center did not ensure that the ratio of 1:10 (staff: children) was maintained for children from four-years-old up to school age eligibility.

“Evidence: A ratio waiver request was granted on 7/3/24 increasing the ratio in the Pre-K room from 1 staff to 10 children to 1 staff to 11 children. On 8/6/24 from approximately 9:40 a.m. to 9:43 a.m., the LI observed 15 Pre-K children, ages four-years-old, on the playground being supervised by one staff member.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-4.

Based on staff interview, the facility failed to inform all staff who work with children of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions.

“Evidence: When asked, staff in the Pre-K class and School Age class could state which children in the group had allergies, sensitivities and/or dietary restrictions.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-L.

Repeat Violation

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions were in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: When the Pre-K and School Age class were on the playground the Allergy List was located in their classrooms. Staff were unable to identify the children with diagnosed allergies in the group.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

Repeat Violation

“Based on review of medication it was determined that the center did not follow procedures regarding expired medication. Evidence: The emergency medication on site for Child #6 expired on 6/24.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

Based on review of six medications and their corresponding documents, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.

“Evidence: The record for Child #6, with a documented allergy to peanuts and emergency medication on site, did not contain documentation of a written allergy care plan from a physician regarding the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A-8.

Repeat Violation

“Based on a review of five staff records, the center did not obtain documentation of the results of a central registry search within 30 days of employment for all staff. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 with a start date of 10/12/22, the results of the central registry search background check was dated 11/30/22. 2. The record for Staff #3 with a start date of 08/18/22, the results of the central registry search background check was dated 09/28/22.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-C-2.

Based on observation, not all areas of the center were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

Repeat Violation

“Based on observation, it was determined that there was not at least six inches of resilient surfacing in the fall zones of the playground equipment. Evidence: On the older playground, the licensing inspector observed a thin layer of mulch, approximately one inch, underneath and surrounding the merry-go-round, jungle gym, and five seat trike set on the playground.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

Based on observation, it was determined that staff did not ensure care and protection of all children.

“Evidence: In the early preschool class, a two year old child was observed sleeping on a cot with a sippy cup in their mouth. This poses a potential choking hazard.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

Repeat Violation

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

Based on observation, hand washing procedures after toileting were not always followed.

“Evidence: At the time of inspection, Licensing Inspector (LI) observed a teacher returning a child to the group after changing a soiled diaper without washing the child’s hand or their own hands with soap and running water.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

Based on observation, the diapering surface was not always being cleaned with soap and water and sanitized after each use.

“Evidence: In the toddler class, the LI observed a teacher completing a diaper change and returning to the group without cleaning and sanitizing the diapering surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of five staff files and interview with the director, it was determined that there was no fingerprint background check on file for one staff prior to employment. Evidence: Staff D was hired on 8/16/22 and the fingerprint background check was dated 8/17/22.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-2.

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of staff files and an interview with the director, it was determined that there was no central registry finding on file within 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff C was hired on 7/19/22. There was no information/documentation provided that the status of this background check was ever checked on and there was no central registry finding currently on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-C-2.

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on a review of staff files and an interview with the director, it was determined that one staff did not complete the VDOE sponsored orientation training within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: Staff A was hired on 9/12/22 and has not completed the VDOE sponsored orientation training.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-A.

8VAC20-780-240-C

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-C.

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that there was not at least six inches of resilient surfacing in the fall zones of the playground equipment. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed mulch that had degraded to dirt underneath and surrounding the merry -go-round and the 5 seat trike set on the playground. Dirt is not an acceptable resilient surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

8VAC20-780-370-3

“Based on interview, it was determined that when the weather allows, the staff are not taking the infants outside daily.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-370-3.

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not maintain a current written list of all children’s sensitivities and dietary restrictions Evidence: Child A, B and C are lactose intolerant however there was no written list identifying them as such.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that the diaper pad in the 2/3 year old classroom was not non absorbent. Evidence: The diaper pad in the 2/3 year old classroom had ripped and was no longer an non absorbent surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Based on interview, it was determined that there was no practiced lockdown procedure for 2022. The lockdown drill must be practiced at least annually.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-F.

8VAC20-820-120-E-2

“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted.”

Rule 8VAC20-820-120-E-2.

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of five staff files and an interview with the Administrator, it was determined that one staff did not have a central registry finding on file within 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff A was hired on 12/27/21 and there was no Central Registry background check on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-C-2.

8VAC20-780-240-C

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-C.

Based on interview, it was determined that the center did not maintain a current written list of all children’s sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence:

“Child A and B both were lactose intolerant but this information was not written or kept in the classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that an diapering area was not a nonabsorbent surface; and children younger than three years are not being changed on a changing table or counter top designated for changing. Evidence: Interviews revealed that children in the 2/3 year old classroom are not being changed on a designated changing area but are taken to the bathroom and changed while they are standing up. In the toddler classroom, the Licensing Inspector observed rips in the diapering pad, which results in an absorbent surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-510-E

“Based on a review of the medication and interview with Administrative staff, it was determined that the center’s procedures for administering medication did not include a physician authorization or a renewed authorization from the parent after 10 work days. Evidence: The Inhalation Aerosol for child C was not renewed every 10 work days by the parent, who last signed the authorization form on 5/3/22, nor was their a physician authorization.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

8VAC20-780-510-I

“Based on a review of the medication at the center and an interview with the Administrator, it was determined that the center failed to obtain written authorization form the parent for a prescription medication. Evidence: The center failed to obtain parental authorization to administer the medication Epinephrine for child D.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-I.